Unless something very surprising happens on the field, this game will mostly be remembered as Wayne Rooney’s last for England.
The Three Lions’ all-time leading scorer is getting a farewell game and the USA will provide the opposition. The decision to give Rooney another cap by way of a thank-you for his service to his national team is not without controversy, but that is an argument for England fans to enjoy.
For USMNT, a friendly against a high-profile opponent offers an opportunity for players to burnish their reputations on the international stage. The USA is still under Dave Sarachan’s interim guidance.